Official CIM Training Program
Official CIM First-Timer Program
Summer Speed School
Join the Official CIM Training Program or the Official CIM First-Timer Program to get expert coaching, structured support, and the motivation you need to cross the finish line triumphantly. Plus, all participants enjoy premium perks like a private start-line shuttle and exclusive access to a warming tent on race morning, included with your registration.
Not ready to commit to the full program? Join Summer Speed School for an 8-week preview of the CIM Training Program.

Step-By-Step Details
STEP 1: REGISTRATION
To participate in the Official CIM Training Program, the Official CIM First Timer Program, or Summer Speed School, YOU MUST USE THE REGISTRATION BUTTON ON THIS PAGE TO SIGN UP.
Select between these program options:
CIM First-Timer Program
Begins June 9, 2025
This program is for first-time marathoners only. Select from these options:
CIM First-Timer Program + 26-Week In-Person & Virtual Training Program Bundle
CIM First-Timer Program + 26-Week In-Person Training Program
CIM First-Timer Program + 26-Week Virtual Training Program
26-Week CIM Training Program Options
Begins June 9, 2025
This program is for returning marathoners. Select from these options:
26 Weeks | In-Person & Virtual CIM Training Program Bundle
26 Weeks | In-Person CIM Training Program
26 Weeks | Virtual CIM Training Program
8-Week Summer Speed School Options
Begins June 9, 2025
This program is for those who don't plan to run CIM, or don't want to commit to the full training program, or want to pay for the 26-week program in 2 payments. Select from these options.
8 Weeks | In-Person & Virtual Training Program Bundle
8 Weeks | In-Person Training Program
8 Weeks | Virtual Training Program
18-Week CIM Training Program Options
Begins August 4, 2025
This program is for returning marathoners, or Summer Speed School participants who want to continue their training. Select from these options:
18 Weeks | In-Person & Virtual CIM Training Program Bundle
18 Weeks | In-Person CIM Training Program
18 Weeks | Virtual CIM Training Program
STEP 2: ONBOARDING
Once you're signed up, you'll receive an email packed full of information about the program and an invite to the Official CIM Training Program online community.
For programs beginning the week of June 9: In late May or early June, you'll receive an email with information about an in-person preseason information session hosted by your coaches.
For programs beginning the week of August 4: In late June or early July, you'll receive an email with information about an in-person preseason information session hosted by your coaches.
STEP 3: PROGRAM BEGINS
Programs beginning the week of June 9, 2025:
- 26-Week Official CIM Training Program
- CIM First Timer Program
- Summer Speed School
If you're enrolled in the in-person training program, your first practices will take place the week of June 9. If you're enrolled in the virtual training program, your coach will start communicating with you the week of June 9.
Every Monday, beginning Monday, June 9, you'll receive an email newsletter with content related to marathon training: blog posts, videos, and more.
Programs beginning the week of August 4, 2025:
- 18-Week Official CIM Training Program
If you're enrolled in the in-person training program, your first practices will take place the week of August 4. If you're enrolled in the virtual training program, your coach will start communicating with you the week of August 4.
Every Monday, beginning Monday, August 4, you'll receive an email newsletter with content related to marathon training: blog posts, videos, and more.
Registration Policies
No refunds.
No transfers.
No exceptions to the policies above.
Race entry is not included and must be purchased separately.
Event schedule
- Mon, June 9, 2025 12:00 AM - 26-Week Training Program & Summer Speed School begin
- Mon, August 4, 2025 12:00 AM - 18-Week Training Program begins
- Sun, August 31, 2025 11:59 PM - Training Program & First-Timer Program registration closes
- Sun, December 7, 2025 7:00 AM - California International Marathon
Contact information
- Event contact
- Fleet Feet Training Programs